The minimal clinically important difference for the Gait Profile Score.

The minimally clinically important difference (MCID) is an important concept for interpreting the results of clinical research. This paper proposes a rationale for defining an MCID for the Gait Profile Score (GPS) based on an analysis of the difference in median GPS for children classified at different levels of the Functional Assessment Questionnaire. A strong linear correlation between median score and FAQ level was found.

Probabilistic gait classification in children with cerebral palsy: a Bayesian approach.

Three-dimensional gait analysis (3DGA) generates a wealth of highly variable data. Gait classifications help to reduce, simplify and interpret this vast amount of 3DGA data and thereby assist and facilitate clinical decision making in the treatment of CP. CP gait is often a mix of several clinically accepted distinct gait patterns.

Bioterrorism: pivotal clinical issues. Consensus review of the Society of Infectious Diseases Pharmacists.

Objectives: To discuss specific facts regarding use as a bioweapon, epidemiology, microbiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, antimicrobial therapy, immunization, and isolation precautions for five most likely agents of bioterrorism; to review and provide recommendations for health care clinicians on the management of these bioterrorism agents; and to share information on the pharmacist's role in preparedness and response.

Participants: The manuscript was drafted by the three authors, reviewed by a group of selected members of the Society of Infectious Diseases Pharmacists, and approved by its Board of Directors.

Evidence: The primary focus was to review and summarize recent and key articles on bioterrorism.